12 Quick and Easy Puff Pastry Appetizers
4. Raspberry Walnut Baked Brie
Raspberry Walnut Baked Brie is a showstopping appetizer that’s surprisingly simple to make. This elegant dish combines creamy brie cheese with sweet raspberry jam and crunchy walnuts, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. It’s perfect for holiday gatherings or dinner parties when you want to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen.
You only need a few ingredients to create this mouthwatering appetizer. A wheel of brie becomes wonderfully melty when baked inside the golden puff pastry, while the raspberry jam adds just the right amount of sweetness. The toasted walnuts provide a delightful crunch that complements the creamy cheese perfectly.
Cooking Times
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Serving Size
- Serves 10-12 people as an appetizer
Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 (8 ounce) round Brie cheese
- ⅓ cup seedless raspberry jam
- 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
- Place the Brie wheel in the center of the pastry.
- Spread the raspberry jam on top of the Brie and sprinkle it with the chopped walnuts.
- Fold the pastry over the Brie, sealing the edges by pinching them together.
- Brush the pastry with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving with crackers or sliced baguette.
Nutrition Info
- Calories: 220 per serving
- Fat: 15 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Sugar: 6 g
